Program Overview

Summer Furniture Design Course

Description

The purpose of the short course is to develop students’ knowledge and skills related to all aspects of furniture design from design development to production of prototypes. During the 4-week program, students study presentations of materials, history, theories, and detailing of Italian and International furniture.

Italian Language

We also combine the Furniture Design courses with Italian language for 3 hours per week – a chance to build confidence and understanding of one of the most beautiful languages in the world. A development of knowledge of the language can help you to enjoy the culture and customs of Florence and Italy even more.

Course Dates and Schedule

The short course is held for 4 weeks each summer during the month of June. For the exact dates, see our academic calendar.

• The furniture course meets 3 hours per day - Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 15:00-18:00.
• Tuesdays typically have either special lectures or trips.
• There is also a course of Italian Language for 1 hour per day - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 13:00-14:00.

Graphic Design Summer Course

Description

Short summer courses of graphic design are an intensive introduction to the design process. The studio design course is an introduction to graphic design theory and its application. The course rapidly moves through the fundamental design principles, the planning process, and finally the guidelines used in order to create innovative two-dimensional art-work and visual graphics.

Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: Basic

Digital Illustration Summer Course

Description

The short summer course is an intensive design course in the digital illustration process. The course is an introduction to illustration theory and its application. It is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to not only complete their assignments that include illustrating graphic elements, but also to inspire creative potential in this expressive design field.

Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: All

Architecture Summer Course

Description

The Florence Institute offers architecture courses that teach drawing and observational skills plus an introduction to architectural theory and Italian history. This short summer course is designed for students with an interest in the art and architecture of Italy. Most of the course is conducted in the form of walking tours, where students can learn directly from the architecture of Florence.

Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: All

Furniture Design Summer Course

Description

Furniture design is one of Italy’s most respected areas of knowledge. The purpose of the short summer course is to develop students’ understanding and conceptual skills of all aspects of furniture design from design to production to the development of prototypes. During the 4-week program, students study presentation of history, theories, works, and trends of Italian and International furniture.

Details

• Duration: 4 weeks
• Levels: Basic or Advanced